About Scriptable
Scriptable is an iOS app that enables automation through JavaScript. It supports ES6 and stores scripts as plain JS files on disk, providing access to native iOS APIs directly from JavaScript.
The app integrates with Siri Shortcuts, allowing scripts to be run from Siri, and includes a share sheet extension for processing inputs. It also offers offline documentation, file system integration, and customizable editor settings.
Key features
- Supports JavaScript ES6 with scripts stored as plain JS files
- Integrates with native iOS APIs directly from JavaScript
- Run scripts from Siri Shortcuts with support for tables, websites, and HTML
- Includes a share sheet extension to process inputs
- Integrated with the file system and Files.app for file operations
- Supports x-callback-url for communication with other apps
Good fit for
- Automating repetitive tasks on iOS
- Creating custom workflows with Siri integration
- Processing data from share sheets
Scriptable: questions and answers
- What is Scriptable used for?
- Scriptable is an iOS app that allows users to automate tasks using JavaScript, with access to native iOS APIs and integration with Siri Shortcuts. It is a good fit for automating repetitive tasks on iOS, creating custom workflows with Siri integration and processing data from share sheets.
- Is Scriptable open source?
- No. Scriptable is proprietary (closed-source) software. In the Developer Tools category, open-source options include App Store Connect CLI, Vim and Google Workspace CLI.
- What are some alternatives to Scriptable?
- Scriptable competes with Apple Shortcuts.
Open-source alternatives to Scriptable
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App Store Connect CLI
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Google Workspace CLI
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SaaS alternatives to Scriptable
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Apple Shortcuts
Workflow Automation
Automation app built into iOS, iPadOS and macOS for chaining actions across apps
SaaS
Charty
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Create charts from Apple Shortcuts
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MetaRun
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AI operator for App Store Connect that reprices, translates listings, makes screenshots and tracks ASO keywords
SaaS
TF Invites
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Automates TestFlight tester invitations for iOS developers through the App Store Connect API
SaaS
AgentKit
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Specialized AI agents on Claude Code for planning, coding, testing, review and deployment
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CodeKit
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macOS app that compiles Sass, bundles JavaScript and refreshes browsers during web development
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